Pumpkin

Name: Potiron - Légume Saison Frais | Texture & Goût Sucré
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SKU: POT_1kg
Price: 9.23 EUR
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● Origin: France, UE

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Description

Fresh Pumpkin: A Seasonal Vegetable with Sweet and Delicious Flavors

Discover our fresh pumpkin, a seasonal vegetable that will delight your taste buds with its soft texture and slightly sweet taste. Ideal for all your culinary preparations, this pumpkin brings a touch of vibrant color and nutrition to your favorite dishes.

A Versatile Vegetable for Varied Recipes

THE fresh pumpkin is an essential ingredient for comforting soups, savory roast dishes, and even gourmet gratins. Its firm flesh and delicate flavor make it a perfect ally for your culinary creations, whether sweet or savory.

Exceptional Nutritional Benefits

Rich in vitamins and fiber, our fresh pumpkin is not only delicious but also excellent for your health. Its orange color is a testament to its beta-carotene content, an antioxidant that's beneficial for your well-being.

How to Use Fresh Pumpkin?

Easy to prepare, fresh pumpkin can be cubed for soups, roasted in the oven to enhance its flavors, or even pureed for homemade desserts. Let your culinary imagination run wild!

Enjoy this seasonal vegetable now and add a touch of authenticity and deliciousness to your meals.

Faq

Q: How do I choose a good pumpkin?

A: It should be heavy for its size, have skin without blemishes or injuries, and sound hollow when tapped.

Q: How to cook it?

A: In soup, mashed, gratin, roasted in the oven, or even in dessert (pies, jams).

Q: Should the skin be removed?

A: It depends on the recipe and your preferences. The skin of some varieties is edible after cooking.

Q: What are its nutritional benefits?

A: It is rich in vitamin A, fiber and antioxidants.

Q: How to store it?

A: Whole, in a cool, dry place, for several weeks. Cut, in the refrigerator, for a few days.

Conservation

To keep the pumpkin fresh, it is advisable to keep it in a cool and dry place, out of direct sunlight. Once cut, the pumpkin must be wrapped in plastic film or placed in an airtight container and kept in the refrigerator. Under these conditions, it can be kept for about a week. For prolonged shelf life, it is possible to freeze it after having turned it.

Ingredients & nutritional information

The fresh pumpkin is mainly composed of water, which gives it a low calorie density. It is rich in vitamins A and C, as well as in dietary fiber, thus contributing to good digestion and a reinforced immune system. In terms of minerals, it contains potassium and magnesium. For 100 grams of raw pumpkin, there are around 26 calories, 0.1 grams of lipids, 6.5 grams of carbohydrates including 0.5 gram of natural sugars, and 1 gram of protein. This vegetable is also an interesting source of antioxidants, promoting overall health.